The volume “The LEGACY – 35 Years of Real Estate in Romania” will officially launch on April 21, 2026, becoming the first documented history of modern Romanian real estate. This premium editorial project is the result of an unprecedented collaborative effort and was developed as an integral part of The Real Estate Event platform, which serves as a voice for the industry under the motto: “Uniting people, inspiring visions.”
Concept and theme: an editorial extension of the 2025 vision
“The LEGACY – 35 Years of Real Estate in Romania” is the embodiment and editorial expansion of “The LEGACY” theme, which served as the foundation for the flagship conference and awards gala The Real Estate Event, in September 2025. Last autumn, the theme stood as an invitation to reflect on how Romania has transformed through the vision of those who shaped the market; now, this limited edition volume synthesizes these ideas into the first documented history of modern real estate in Romania.
Guided by the manifesto “The story continues. The legacy grows,” the volume unfolds as a narrative map of an industry that, starting almost from scratch in the 1990s, has come to shape Romania’s cities and create urban destinies. The project brings together the untold stories of the pioneers who laid the market’s foundations and the vision of the new generation of leaders dictating today’s modern development standards. It is a work about strategic decisions and long-term vision, elements that have transcended simple numbers and square meters to transform glass and concrete into landmarks of durability and vibrant communities.
«The LEGACY» is the expression of a conviction we have held from the very beginning: that the history of Romanian real estate deserves to be told with the same rigor and respect invested by the pioneers of these past three decades. We brought together an extraordinary team for this project precisely because we committed to something more than a mere retrospective, we took on the responsibility of building a benchmark of identity for an entire industry”, declares Loredana Popa, Founder & CEO, RETAIL365 & The Real Estate Event.
A unified voice and collaborative industry effort
“The LEGACY – 35 Years of Real Estate in Romania” is the result of an extensive documentation process and a landmark collaboration across the entire industry. The initiative and vision behind the project belong to RETAIL365, the creator of The Real Estate Event platform. To give shape to this comprehensive chronology, the volume was brought to life under the editorial coordination of Ionuț Bonoiu, founder of BusinessPedia.ro and a journalist with over 25 years of experience in the business press, tasked with structuring and archiving three decades of modern history.
„The LEGACY – 35 years of real estate in Romania isn’t a chronicle of projects and returns. It’s the story of an industry that built its own rulebook as it went along, and in the process, redefined how we live and work. The next 35 years won’t be about how many square meters we raise, but about how we build and for whom.”, declares Ionuț Bonoiu, Founder BusinessPedia.ro and editorial coordinator of the volume.
The analytical side of this documented history is supported at the highest level by contributions from some of the world’s leading real estate consultancy firms active in Romania: CBRE Romania, Colliers Romania, Cushman & Wakefield Echinox, and SVN Romania. Their combined expertise provides readers with clear data and panoramic overviews of all key market sectors, from residential, office, and retail to industrial and investment.
Top perspectives: an exclusive dialogue on “The LEGACY” and the future
A highlight of the launch evening will be the presence of two of the industry’s most influential leaders: Andrei Diaconescu (Co-Founder, ONE United Properties) and Sorin Preda (Founder & CEO, Global Vision). In a dialogue with Ionuț Bonoiu, they will go beyond standard business analysis to share personal perspectives on what truly defines the concept of “Legacy.” The discussion will focus on the values guiding their strategic decisions and the tangible heritage large-scale developers leave behind for future generations.
An industry premiere: The Real Estate Event – Media Hub
Alongside the book launch, another premiere will be announced: the launch of the Media Hub. Designed as a strategic interaction space, the Media Hub aims to unite the most relevant voices in real estate and amplify their messages through multi-channel distribution. Together with strategic media partners Ziare.com and BusinessPedia.ro, this hub will capture essential insights and high-impact perspectives to be integrated into the entire The Real Estate Event ecosystem.
“The LEGACY – 35 Years of Real Estate in Romania” is published in a limited edition and is available for pre-order at www.therealestateevent.ro.
About THE REAL ESTATE EVENT
MANIFESTO: THE REAL ESTATE EVENT is more than a conference; it is an incubator for the future of real estate and a connection platform for everyone impacting the industry. We are determined to be a voice that transforms bold visions into tangible realities, shaping a real estate future that truly benefits everyone.
Organizer: RETAIL365 RETAIL365 is a leading Romanian consultancy company providing innovative business and marketing solutions across various industries, with a special focus on retail, real estate, and mixed-use projects. With over a decade of experience, RETAIL365 has built a portfolio of successful projects, acting as a complete solution by identifying, integrating, and effectively coordinating resources to achieve objectives and enhance performance.